USA HISTORY

Which of the following is NOT an explanation for the development of American imperialism in the 1890’s?

(A) The search for markets and raw materials by business.

(B) ** Pressure for military action by a growing officer corps in the army.

(C) The example of European colonial powers in Asia and Africa.

(D) Support for the idea of the “White Man’s Burden.”

Concept note-1: -Both a desire for new markets for its industrial products and a belief in the racial and cultural superiority of Americans motivated the United States’ imperial mission.

Concept note-2: -The most active European countries in terms of imperialism were Britain, France, and Germany. In the late 1800’s, economic, political, and religious motives prompted these nations to expand their influence over other regions, each with a goal to increase their power across the globe.